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Hyperforin

Also known as hiperforina, hyperforine, (1R,5S,6R,7S)-4-hydroxy-6-methyl-1,3,7-tris(3-methylbut-2-en-1-yl)-6-(4-methylpent-3-en-1-yl)-5-(2-methylpropanoyl)bicyclo[3.3.1]non-3-ene-2,9-dione

CAS 11079-53-1Formula C35H52O4Molar mass 536.80 g/mol
Hyperforin chemical structure, C35H52O4, CAS 11079-53-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
11079-53-1
Formula
C35H52O4
Molar mass
536.80 g/mol
HS code
291429
Category
Aldehydes and ketones

What is Hyperforin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hyperforin is a cyclic terpene ketone that is a prenylated carbobicyclic acylphloroglucinol derivative produced by St. John's Wort, Hypericum perforatum. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, an antidepressant, an antineoplastic agent, an anti-inflammatory agent, an apoptosis inducer, a plant metabolite and a GABA reuptake inhibitor. It is a cyclic terpene ketone, a carbobicyclic compound and a sesquarterpenoid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(1R,5R,7S,8R)-4-hydroxy-8-methyl-3,5,7-tris(3-methylbut-2-enyl)-8-(4-methylpent-3-enyl)-1-(2-methylpropanoyl)bicyclo[3.3.1]non-3-ene-2,9-dione
CAS number
11079-53-1 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C35H52O4
UNII
RM741E34FP
InChIKey
KGSZHKRKHXOAMG-HQKKAZOISA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C35H52O4/c1-22(2)13-12-19-33(11)27(16-14-23(3)4)21-34(20-18-25(7)8)30(37)28(17-15-24(5)6)31(38)35(33,32(34)39)29(36)26(9)10/h13-15,18,26-27,37H,12,16-17,19-21H2,1-11H3/t27-,33+,34+,35-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC(C)=CCCC1(C)C(CC=C(C)C)CC2(CC=C(C)C)C(=O)C1(C(=O)C(C)C)C(=O)C(CC=C(C)C)=C2O
Isomeric SMILES
CC(C)C(=O)[C@]12C(=O)C(=C([C@](C1=O)(C[C@@H]([C@@]2(C)CCC=C(C)C)CC=C(C)C)CC=C(C)C)O)CC=C(C)C

Synonyms

  • hiperforina
  • hyperforine
  • (1R,5S,6R,7S)-4-hydroxy-6-methyl-1,3,7-tris(3-methylbut-2-en-1-yl)-6-(4-methylpent-3-en-1-yl)-5-(2-methylpropanoyl)bicyclo[3.3.1]non-3-ene-2,9-dione
  • (1R,5S,6R,7S)-4-hydroxy-5-isobutyryl-6-methyl-1,3,7-tris(3-methylbut-2-en-1-yl)-6-(4-methylpent-3-en-1-yl)bicyclo[3.3.1]non-3-ene-2,9-dione
  • (+)-Hyperforin
  • (1R,5R,7S,8R)-4-hydroxy-8-methyl-3,5,7-tris(3-methylbut-2-enyl)-8-(4-methylpent-3-enyl)-1-(2-methylpropanoyl)bicyclo[3.3.1]non-3-ene-2,9-dione
  • Bicyclo[3.3.1]non-3-ene-2,9-dione, 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-1,3,7-tris(3-methyl-2-buten-1-yl)-5-(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)-6-(4-methyl-3-penten-1-yl)-, (1R,5S,6R,7S)-
  • Bicyclo(3.3.1)non-3-ene-2,9-dione, 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-1,3,7-tris(3-methyl-2-buten-1-yl)-5-(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)-6-(4-methyl-3-penten-1-yl)-, (1R,5S,6R,7S)-
  • Hyperforin, >=85% (HPLC)
  • Hyperforin - solution in methanol
  • PDSP2_001346
  • Hyperforin (constituent of st. john's wort)
  • 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-1,3,7-tris(3-methyl-2-butenyl)-5-(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)-6-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl) bicyclo(3.3.1)non-3-ene-2,9-dione
  • Bicyclo(3.3.1)(1,4)benzodiazepin-5-one, 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-1,3,7-tris(3-methyl-2-butenyl)-5-(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)-6-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (1R,5S,6R,7S)-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
536.80 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
536.3866 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
8.99calc.
Topological polar surface area
71.44 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
11calc.
Heavy atoms
39calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.63calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
4calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C1C=CC2CCCC1C2=O

O=C1C=CC2CCCC1C2=O

2 rings, 11 atoms.

7 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • GABA reuptake inhibitor
  • anti-inflammatory agent
  • antibacterial agent
  • antidepressant
  • antimicrobial agent
  • antineoplastic agent
  • apoptosis inducer
  • central nervous system drug
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • neurotransmitter agent
  • pharmaceutical
  • plant metabolite
  • psychotropic drug

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Hyperforin is traded under.

HS 2914.29Indicative HS code

Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic ketones without other oxygen function, other

World exports in 2024
$1B
+6.6% vs 2023, imports $980M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China32.5%
  2. India * partner reported12.9%
  3. Germany12.3%
Top importers
  1. United States15.7%
  2. Japan8.7%
  3. Germany8.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Hyperforin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Hyperforin, based on the data on this page

What is Hyperforin?

Hyperforin is a cyclic terpene ketone that is a prenylated carbobicyclic acylphloroglucinol derivative produced by St. John's Wort, Hypericum perforatum.

What is the CAS number of Hyperforin?

The CAS registry number of Hyperforin is 11079-53-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hyperforin?

The molecular formula of Hyperforin is C35H52O4 and its molar mass is 536.80 g/mol.

What is Hyperforin used for?

Known uses and roles of Hyperforin include gaba reuptake inhibitor, anti-inflammatory agent, antibacterial agent, antidepressant, antimicrobial agent and 9 more.

Is Hyperforin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Hyperforin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Hyperforin?

Hyperforin is usually classified under HS code 291429 (Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic ketones without other oxygen function, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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